Today’s sample workout from Viking Valor Kettlebell is the “Viking Core Forge” KB Challenge.

In the days of old, Viking warriors were known for their unmatched strength, relentless stamina, and unbreakable spirit. They thrived under pressure, pushing their bodies to the limit and embodying the true spirit of a warrior.

Now, it’s your turn to tap into that same energy. Viking Valor Kettlebell is designed to help you build strength, agility, and endurance with powerful kettlebell movements—without spending hours at the gym. This collection of 10 of my best kettlebell and bodyweight workouts is built to push your limits and transform your physique.

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21-min “Viking Core Forge” KB Challenge Workout – from Viking Valor Kettlebell

Complete 3 rounds of the following circuit. Rest as needed between exercises. Rest 60 seconds between rounds.

1 – Turkish Get Up to half rack Carry – 1/ea. Carry 10 yards (30ft) if space available. If not, walk out and back before completing the Get Up. (Women:12k+, Men: 20k+)

2 – Bottoms Up Kettlebell Squat – 5/ea (Women:12k+, Men: 20k+)

3 – Kettlebell Figure 8 To Lunge – 8/ea (Women:12k+, Men: 20k+)

4 – Uneven Plyo Push-ups – 5/ea

Finisher – Complete 3 rounds of the following circuit. Rest as needed between exercises. Rest 60 seconds between rounds.

1 – Bear Plank Drag Through – 7/ea (Women:12k+, Men: 20k+)

2 – Skater Hops – 15/ea 3 – Side Plank w/leg raise – 7/ea

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Try the workout, and if you like it, get over 100 more of the same with Viking Valor Kettlebell, on 90% off sale this week only:

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–Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Kettlebell Specialist
ForestVanceTraining.com
KettlebellBasics.net

The Ageless Warrior Kettlebell Challenge 2.0 kicks off today, September 23rd!

If you’re still undecided about joining, here’s a free sample workout straight from the program:

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Ageless Warrior KB – Week 1 / Workout 2 (Free Sample)

Part 1
Perform as many reps as possible for each exercise in 40 seconds. Rest for 20 seconds between exercises and 60 seconds between rounds. Complete 3 rounds total:

• KB Goat Bag Swing -> 2-Hand KB Swing -> Single-Arm KB Swing (20 seconds per side)
• Plank Hold -> add march
• Alternating Bodyweight Lunge -> KB Tactical Lunge (alternate legs each rep)
• Single-Arm KB Row (20 seconds per side)
• Modified Up-Downs -> Regular Up-Downs

Part 2
Perform as many reps as possible for each exercise in 30 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds between exercises. Complete 3 rounds total:

• Inchworms
• Cross-Body Mountain Climbers
• Side Plank Hold with Leg Raise (15 seconds per side)

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With just three 20-30 minute home-based kettlebell workouts each week, you will:

• Build functional strength
• Improve flexibility
• Boost energy levels
• Lose 8-10 pounds of body fat

… all in just 28 days!

For more details and to sign up, click the link below:

👉 28-Day Ageless Warrior KB Challenge 2.0 – Starts Monday, September 22nd

When you sign up, you’ll also get free access to:

• My 30-Day Flexibility Challenge, which includes daily 10-15 minute sessions combining yoga poses, static stretching, dynamic stretching, and core work.
• My 30-Day Performance Nutrition Plan, designed to help you lose up to 8-10 pounds over the next 28 days.
• My 28-Day “Filthy 50’s” KB Challenge – another full 28-day kettlebell program that you’ll receive FREE when you join Ageless Warrior 2.0!

For full details and to sign up, click the link below:

👉 28-Day Ageless Warrior KB Challenge 2.0 – Starts Monday, September 22nd

Have questions? Reply directly to this email, and I’ll be happy to help.

We start today, Monday, September 23rd.

I look forward to working with you!

Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Kettlebell Expert
Over 40 Specialist
ForestVanceTraining.com
KettlebellBasics.net

Ready to get strong, flexible, energetic and lean – all in one workout and with minimal complexity? I’ve got you covered.

Introducing the 23-min “Strength-Plyo-Iso” KB Circuit. This workout hits everything: strength, endurance, power and stability.

Here’s the breakdown:

You’ll do each exercise in a circuit. Do as many reps as you can for 30 seconds on each exercise, then rest for 15 seconds before moving on to the next. After you’ve done all three, rest for 60 seconds and repeat the entire circuit for 3 rounds.

Round 1:

1. Goblet Squats
2. Total Body Extensions or Squat Jumps
3. Squat Holds (Bottom of Squat Position)

Round 2:

1. Kettlebell Floor Press
2. Modified Burpees or Standard Burpees (Add Push-up If Possible!)
3. Plank Hold

Round 3:

1. Kettlebell Bent Over Row (30 seconds per side)
2. Kettlebell Toss-and-Catch Row (30 seconds total)
3. Kettlebell Row Hold (15 seconds per side)

Why This Works:

• Strength: Exercises build muscle and strength throughout your body.
• Plyometrics: Squat Jumps and Burpees are explosive and burn calories.
• Isometrics: Plank and Squat Holds are endurance and joint strengthening.

You get everything in this workout: strength, cardio and flexibility – all in one quick and effective circuit. And it can be done anywhere with just a kettlebell or two.

Whether you’re new to kettlebell training or a seasoned pro, this will challenge you and give you results fast. If you’ve been looking for a routine to get functional strength, energy and body fat shredding – this is it.

What’s Next?

Ready to take the next step and go deeper into kettlebell training? I’m here to help. This is just a taste of what’s to come in the Ageless Warrior Kettlebell Challenge starting September 23rd.

But regardless of whether you’re in the challenge or not, get to work with your kettlebells!

Cheers,

– Forest Vance
MS, Human Movement
Kettlebell Expert, Over-40 Specialist

P.S. Want to see how this workout fits into a full training plan? Check out the Ageless Warrior Kettlebell Challenge. Details here if you’re interested!

Did you know that getting huge and jacked could actually shorten your life?

It’s true. This is largely because the more mass you carry, the more strain you place on your cardiovascular system—whether that extra mass is muscle or fat. In fact, muscle demands even more blood flow than fat, increasing the workload even further on your heart.

If longevity is a priority, focus on getting strong, but also staying lean, as it reduces stress on your heart, while making you look more muscular at the same time. Shift your mindset to enhancing overall physical capacity like strength, endurance, and mobility. And speed up your lifting sessions so that your heart rate stays elevated for better cardiovascular benefits.

If you’re ready to put these principles into action, check out the Ageless Warrior Challenge 2.0. Here’s a sneak peek at Day 1 of the program:

Sample Workout: Ageless Warrior Challenge

Part 1: Bottom Hand Windmills
Perform 5 reps per side.
Rest 30 seconds and repeat for 3 sets total.

Part 2: 40 Seconds On, 20 Seconds Off

Single Arm Kettlebell Swing (20 seconds per side)
Plank-to-Push-Up
KB Tactical Lunge (alternate legs)
Single Arm KB Row (20 seconds per side)
Up-Downs
Complete 3 rounds, resting 60 seconds between rounds.

Part 3: 30 Seconds On, 15 Seconds Off

Inchworms
Cross-Body Mountain Climbers
Side Plank Hold with Leg Raise (:15 per side)
Complete 3 rounds.

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new “Ageless Warrior” Kettlebell Workout

Have you ever thought about the specific qualities that could help you feel great as the years go by, like an “ageless warrior”?

I personally think these qualities would include:

— Being strong enough to do things – like I recently helped my mom with moving a storage unit, and I was very thankful I had the strength (and endurance) to move heavy stuff for a few hours
— Having the cardio endurance to do things – like the moving help described above, or maybe playing a game of pickup b-ball with the kiddos, or walk up a few flights of stairs without getting gassed
— Having flexibility and moving well – so that you can feel reasonably pain-free when you get up in the morning and go about your daily activities etc
— Being at a healthy weight – helps with all of the above, with self-confidence, health, and much more

That’s EXACTLY why I’m putting together this brand new “Ageless Warrior” Kettlebell workout, and I want you to join. More info on the page linked below:

-> new “Ageless Warrior” Kettlebell Workout

— Forest Vance – ForestVanceTraining.com – KettlebellBasics.net

I don’t think I’ll ever forget the first time I pushed myself through a performance-based workout like this one I’m sharing with you today.

It was brutal, and it completely changed the way I looked at training.

That feeling of hitting new personal records and seeing tangible improvements is what inspired me to recreate that experience for my clients.

But of course, I had to put my own spin on it-a sort of “kettlebell twist,” if you will 🙂

So I designed a workout that not only challenges your endurance and strength but lets you measure your progress and watch yourself level up-just as I did.

Here’s a sneak peek:

300-Rep Kettlebell Bootcamp Workout – from 82 KB Boot Camp Workouts

Do as many reps of each exercise as possible in 60 seconds. No rest between moves. Running clock. Three rounds total. Think you can reach 300 reps?

— Kettlebell Swings YOUR CHOICE two hand / one hand / DARC
— Push-Ups, Any Style! wide / narrow / regular
— Kettlebell Goblet Lunges, Any Style! forward, backward, walking
— 1-Arm Kettlebell Rows
— Jumping Jacks

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And now, last call for my newest version of 82 KB Boot Camp Workouts. You are going to have a complete plug-and-play workout system that you can immediately start putting to use, either for your clients or yourself. It’s designed to get better results in less time while keeping workouts fresh, fun, and challenging.

–>> 82 Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts – Last Call

If you’re seeking a shortcut to streamlining your programming, my personal playbook of kettlebell boot camp workouts is what you need. With 82 total workouts and counting, this collection has saved me countless hours of planning.

You’ll get instant access to the updated and expanded edition with the link below:

–>> 82 Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts – Last Call

I’m sure you’ll be impressed by how it can positively change your workouts, and I hope to hear about how it goes!

Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Certified Kettlebell Instructor
ForestVanceTraining.com | LeesSummitPersonalTrainer.com | KettlebellBasics.net

P.S. This will save you time and energy while giving killer results – order now!

Get ready to master the basics and go all out! In this kettlebell challenge you’ll get a killer workout and work on perfecting your form with all the fundamental kettlebell moves. From Turkish Get-Ups to Swings, this workout will hone your technique and build strength.

Now, let’s get started:

The Moves:

• Turkish Get-Up (TGU)
• Clean and Press
• Snatches
• Goblet Squats
• Swings

How it Works:

You’ll do three rounds of descending reps of these five exercises.

Round 1:
Start strong with 3 TGU per side, 6 C&P per side, 9 Snatches per side, 24 Goblet Squats and 48 Swings.

Round 2:
Take it down a notch but keep it intense. 2 TGU per side, 4 C&P per side, 6 Snatches per side, 18 Goblet

Round 3:
Finish with 1 TGU per side, 2 C&P per side, 3 Snatches per side, 12 Goblet Squats and 24 Swings.

Recap:

• 1st Round: 3 TGU, 6 C&P, 9 Snatches, 24 Goblet Squats, 48 Swings
• 2nd Round: 2 TGU, 4 C&P, 6 Snatches, 18 Goblet Squats, 36 Swings
• 3rd Round: 1 TGU, 2 C&P, 3 Snatches, 12 Goblet Squats, 24 Swings

It’s tough, but if you’re up for the challenge, you’ll be stronger for it. Now get after it and show what you’re made of!

-Forest and the FVT Team — KettlebellBasics.net — ForestVanceTraining.com

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82 new KB — Boot Camp Workouts 💪

I have a personal playbook of 82 kettlebell boot camp workouts that I use daily to keep my sessions fresh and effective. 

It’s been a massive time-saver for me, and I think you’ll find it helpful too—whether you’re a coach, or just love kettlebell training. 

Check out my personal kettlebell boot camp workout playbook at the link below:

-> 82 new KB — Boot Camp Workouts 💪

As a bonus, I’m also including Hybrid Kettlebell Muscle 2.0, a program that combines kettlebells and barbells to build serious strength and lean muscle. Perfect if you (or your clients) want to hit new fitness goals.

Curious?

Click here to check it out 👉 82 Kettlebell Boot Camp Workout

FREE SAMPLE — from “Lean and Jacked” Kettlebell – Professional Edition:

1 – Deadlift – 4 sets of 6 @ 75% of one rep max

– 1-2 warm up set + 2-3 work sets total.
– Work up in weight each set.
– Rest 2-3 minutes between sets.
– Ex – your goal DL max for the end of the program is 300 pounds. Your goal is to WORK UP to 225 (75% of 300) for sets 3 and 4. You might go – 135×6; 185×6; 225×6; 225×6.
– Refer to “Strength Standards” PDF to set lifting goal(s) (included in full program)

HOW to deadlift safely and effectively: (video included in full program)

2 – KB / complex – Complete all reps on one side without setting the
kettlebell down, before moving on to the other side. Push the pace, and get
four rounds on each side as fast as possible:

1 arm KB press – 5 
front squat – 5
one arm swing – 10 
reverse suitcase lunge – 5

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“Lean and Jacked” Kettlebell – Professional Edition

For years, at our Sacramento gym location, before I sold it, we ran “Lean and Jacked” personal training groups. These provided the best of both worlds:

We’d do kettlebell-based MRT (metabolic resistance training) workouts to crank up your metabolism and burn more calories in less time, while keeping your calorie-burning going for the rest of the day.

We’d also mix in select basic barbell moves (squat, bench, deadlift) to help you get as strong as humanly possible while maintaining your athleticism at the same time.

Now, I’ve put together a special “Lean and Jacked – Professional Edition” workout plan at the link below:

–>> “Lean and Jacked” Kettlebell – Professional Edition

This is a 2-for-1 offer where you’ll get BOTH my Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts program, which gives you 82(!) kettlebell workouts you can use with your clients (if you’re a trainer or coach) OR yourself—my “little black book” of kettlebell programming, so to speak.

AND, you’ll also get a copy of Hybrid Kettlebell Muscle 2.0. Here, you’ll receive the ALL NEW kettlebell + barbell solution for strength and muscle. You see, you can find a lot of bodybuilding programs out there, and you can find a lot of powerlifting programs too. But you CAN’T find many (if any!) programs that show you how to COMBINE kettlebell and barbell training for the best “lean and jacked” results possible. That’s exactly what you’ll get with Hybrid Kettlebell Muscle 2.0—perfect to use with your clients who want strength and athleticism, or for yourself!

You’ll be lean AND jacked in no time with this professional package of workout plans!

Learn more here –>> NEXT PAGE

-Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Kettlebell Expert
Over 40 Specialist
ForestVanceTraining.com
KettlebellBasics.net

Want to drop a size in 28 days? Kettlebells could be your answer. These short, intense workouts burn a ton of calories during the workout and keep your metabolism elevated for hours after. According to the American Council on Exercise (ACE), kettlebell workouts can burn up to 20 calories per minute—that’s 600 calories in just 30 minutes​ (research below).

*If you’re ready to drop a size in 28 days, join my challenge! You’ll get custom workouts, nutrition tips, and accountability to reach your goal. Reply to this email with the word “CHALLENGE” and I’ll send over the details. And hurry, we start Monday September 9th!

The Afterburn Effect (EPOC)

After the workout, kettlebells trigger EPOC (Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption), which means your body will continue to burn calories as it recovers. This effect can last up to 24 hours, keeping your metabolism elevated​ for the rest of the day.

Sample KB Circuit

Here’s a quick workout to get your metabolism fired up. Set your timer for 60 seconds per exercise. Do the prescribed reps, rest for the remainder of the minute. Repeat the full circuit for four rounds, with a 60-second rest between rounds.

1. Two-Hand Kettlebell Swings – 20 reps
   (24 kg for men / 16 kg for women)
2. Bear Plank March – 10 reps per leg
3. Kettlebell Goblet Alternating Reverse Lunges – 8 reps per leg
   (20 kg for men / 12 kg for women)
4. Single-Arm Kettlebell Rows – 12 reps per side
   (20 kg for men / 12 kg for women)
5. Burpees – 8 reps

After the entire circuit, rest for 60 seconds and repeat for four rounds.

Ready to Drop a Size?

If you’re ready to drop a size in 28 days, join my challenge! You’ll get custom workouts, nutrition tips, and accountability to reach your goal. Reply to this email with the word “CHALLENGE” and I’ll send over the details. And hurry, we start Monday September 9th!

Forest Vance
FVT Warrior Wellness

Research links:

https://www.acefitness.org/about-ace/press-room/press-releases/528/ace-study-reveals-kettlebells-provide-powerful-workout-in-short-amount-of-time/

https://www.acefitness.org/resources/pros/expert-articles/2982/kettlebells-twice-the-results-in-half-the-time/

https://www.acefitness.org/resources/pros/expert-articles/2982/kettlebells-twice-the-results-in-half-the-time/